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BFA02542230 – REVERSING CONTACTOR 25A 230/50-60
Lovato BFA02542230 is a 25 A AC-3 reversing contactor assembly rated at 12.5 kW at 400 V with a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil, external interlock and power and auxiliary wiring for industrial motor control.
£211.38
Why Choose the Lovato BFA02542230 Reversing Contactor Assembly?
The Lovato BFA02542230 is a robust reversing contactor assembly designed for forward and reverse control of AC motors in industrial machinery and automation systems. As part of the Lovato BFA025 series, it combines a reversing contactor arrangement with an external interlock plus power and auxiliary wiring for dependable motor direction control.
This assembly uses an AC-operated coil and is designed for integration into electrical control panels and industrial machinery. The external interlock provides coordinated operation of the reversing contactors, while the included power and auxiliary wiring helps simplify installation in motor control applications.
With an AC-3 operational current of 25 A and a rated operational power of 12.5 kW at 400 V, the BFA02542230 is suitable for demanding industrial motor applications. Its 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil makes it suitable for industrial control systems using a 230 V AC control supply.
Key Advantages
- Open-frame reversing contactor assembly for AC motor control.
- 25 A AC-3 operational current at up to 440 V and 55°C.
- 12.5 kW AC-3 rated operational power at 400 V.
- 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil for industrial control circuits.
- External interlock with power and auxiliary wiring for coordinated reversing operation.
- Integrated 1 NC auxiliary contact for control applications.
Key Features
- Lovato BFA025 reversing contactor series.
- 25 A maximum operating current at ≤440 V.
- 25 A AC-3 operational current at ≤440 V and ≤55°C.
- 12.5 kW AC-3 rated operational power at 400 V.
- 230 V AC 50/60 Hz contactor coil voltage.
- External interlock with power and auxiliary wiring.
- 1 normally closed built-in auxiliary contact.
- Clamp screw terminals for secure electrical connections.
Reliable Reversing Control for Industrial Motors
Reversing contactor assemblies allow AC motors to operate in forward and reverse directions by changing the phase sequence supplied to the motor. This makes them particularly useful in industrial machinery where controlled bidirectional motor movement is required.
The Lovato BFA02542230 combines the required reversing contactor arrangement with an external interlock plus power and auxiliary wiring. Its 25 A AC-3 operational current and range of rated motor powers provide a practical solution for machine builders and automation engineers requiring dependable reversing motor control.
Typical Applications
- Forward and reverse control of AC motors.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Production and processing machinery.
- Machine tools requiring bidirectional motor operation.
- Hoisting and mechanical handling equipment.
- OEM machinery and industrial automation panels.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Screw | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil Voltage Range | 200–250 V | |
| Current | 25 A | |
| Power | 12.5 kW | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Device Type | Reversing contactor | |
| Auxiliary Contacts | None | |
| Coil Type | AC | |
| HS Code | 85371098 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | BFA025 | |
| Model | BFA02542230 | |
| Product type | Reversing contactor assembly | |
| Configuration | External interlock with power and auxiliary wiring | |
| Coil type | AC coil | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Coil frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| Maximum operating current (≤440 V) | 25 A | |
| Operational current Ie, AC-3 (≤440 V, ≤55°C) | 25 A | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 230 V | 7 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 400 V | 12.5 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 415 V | 13.4 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 440 V | 13.4 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 500 V | 15 kW | |
| Rated operational power AC-3 at 690 V | 11 kW | |
| Built-in auxiliary contacts | 0 NO, 1 NC | |
| Terminal type | Clamp screw | |
| UL/CSA single-phase rating at 110–120 V | 2 HP | |
| UL/CSA single-phase rating at 220–240 V | 3 HP | |
| UL/CSA three-phase rating at 200–208 V | 7.5 HP | |
| UL/CSA three-phase rating at 220–240 V | 7.5 HP | |
| UL/CSA three-phase rating at 440–480 V | 15 HP | |
| UL/CSA three-phase rating at 550–600 V | 15 HP | |
| Weight | 760 g |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato BFA02542230 used for?
The BFA02542230 is a reversing contactor assembly designed for forward and reverse control of AC motors in industrial machinery and automation systems.
What is the AC-3 current rating of the BFA02542230?
The assembly has an AC-3 operational current rating of 25 A at voltages up to 440 V and temperatures up to 55°C.
What motor power is the BFA02542230 rated for at 400 V?
The BFA02542230 has an AC-3 rated operational power of 12.5 kW at 400 V.
What coil voltage does the BFA02542230 require?
The contactor assembly uses a 230 V AC coil operating at 50/60 Hz.
Does the BFA02542230 include an interlock?
Yes. The BFA02542230 includes an external interlock with power and auxiliary wiring for coordinated reversing contactor operation.
Trusted Industrial Motor Control from Lovato Electric
The Lovato BFA02542230 combines a 25 A AC-3 reversing contactor arrangement, 230 V AC coil, external interlock and associated wiring in a practical assembly for dependable industrial motor control.
